The Magic Faraway Tree
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24 Mar 2026 , programme news

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The Sheep Detectives

Fri 22 May – Sun 05 Jul

An exciting new adaptation of the Enid Blyton classic from the writer of Paddington 2 and Wonka. A modern family relocates to the countryside where the children discover a magical tree with eccentric residents. They're transported to fantastical lands, rekindling their family bond through adventures.

Adventure • Coming-of-age • Epic

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Soon after the Thompson family’s arrival in the countryside, the three children – Joe, Beth, and Fran – discover a magical tree and its extraordinary and eccentric residents, including Moonface, Silky, Dame Washalot, and Saucepan Man. At the top of the tree, they're transported to spectacular and fantastical lands and, through the joys and challenges of their adventures, the Thompsons learn to reconnect and value each other for the first time in years.

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Duration

1hr 50mins

Director

Ben Gregor

Distributor

Entertainment Film Dists Ltd aka EFD

Featuring

Andrew Garfield • Claire Foy • Nicola Coughlan

Year

2026

Country of origin

Language

English

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